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Which method should be used to check for parasites such as mites, ticks, and lice on an animal's skin?
Which method should be used to check for parasites such as mites, ticks, and lice on an animal's skin?
- Using a flea comb (correct)
- Checking the ears for excessive hair and abrasions
- Observing the color of the sclera
- Checking the mouth for ulcers
How can the hydration status of an animal be assessed during a physical examination?
How can the hydration status of an animal be assessed during a physical examination?
- Observe the color of the gums
- Check for even air flow movement in the nose
- Inspect the teeth for tartar buildup
- Perform a skin tent test (correct)
How can the age of an animal be estimated based on a physical examination?
How can the age of an animal be estimated based on a physical examination?
- Observing the color of the gums
- Checking for parasites using a flea comb
- Identifying deciduous teeth or worn adult teeth (correct)
- Assessing the teeth for tartar buildup
What structure covers the iris and pupil of an animal's eye?
What structure covers the iris and pupil of an animal's eye?
What is the purpose of checking the nictitating membrane (third eyelid) in cats?
What is the purpose of checking the nictitating membrane (third eyelid) in cats?
When evaluating the urogenital system in a male animal, what should be checked?
When evaluating the urogenital system in a male animal, what should be checked?
How should the proprioception of an animal be evaluated during a neurological examination?
How should the proprioception of an animal be evaluated during a neurological examination?
Which vital sign should be auscultated on both sides of the chest?
Which vital sign should be auscultated on both sides of the chest?
When using a thermometer during a physical examination, what does monitoring an animal's body temperature help determine?
When using a thermometer during a physical examination, what does monitoring an animal's body temperature help determine?
What does the term 'O.D.' refer to in veterinary medicine?
What does the term 'O.D.' refer to in veterinary medicine?
What does the abbreviation 'I.M.' stand for in the context of veterinary treatments?
What does the abbreviation 'I.M.' stand for in the context of veterinary treatments?
Which abbreviation is associated with administering medication 'by mouth' to animals?
Which abbreviation is associated with administering medication 'by mouth' to animals?
What is the primary purpose of a stethoscope in a veterinary physical examination?
What is the primary purpose of a stethoscope in a veterinary physical examination?
What is a common cause of ear infections in dogs?
What is a common cause of ear infections in dogs?
What is a common symptom of an ear infection in dogs?
What is a common symptom of an ear infection in dogs?
Which type of infection is more commonly seen in puppies and kittens compared to adult dogs?
Which type of infection is more commonly seen in puppies and kittens compared to adult dogs?
Why is it important to examine a dog's eardrum before administering certain medications?
Why is it important to examine a dog's eardrum before administering certain medications?
What is the purpose of examining a sample of material from the ear canal under a microscope?
What is the purpose of examining a sample of material from the ear canal under a microscope?
What is the primary reason for not putting the tip of the medication bottle into the dog's ear?
What is the primary reason for not putting the tip of the medication bottle into the dog's ear?
What is the purpose of massaging the base of the ear below the ear opening after administering the medication?
What is the purpose of massaging the base of the ear below the ear opening after administering the medication?
What is the purpose of pulling the ear flap straight up before administering the medication?
What is the purpose of pulling the ear flap straight up before administering the medication?
What should be done if the inner part of the ear flap is involved in the infection?
What should be done if the inner part of the ear flap is involved in the infection?
When administering medication to a pet's eye, why is it important to hold the tube about one inch away from the eye?
When administering medication to a pet's eye, why is it important to hold the tube about one inch away from the eye?
Why is it advised to gently massage the closed eyelid after administering eye ointment to a pet?
Why is it advised to gently massage the closed eyelid after administering eye ointment to a pet?
In cases where multiple eye medications are prescribed for a pet, why is it crucial to allow 5-15 minutes between applications?
In cases where multiple eye medications are prescribed for a pet, why is it crucial to allow 5-15 minutes between applications?
What is the primary symptom associated with feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
What is the primary symptom associated with feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
Which of the following is a non-core vaccine for dogs?
Which of the following is a non-core vaccine for dogs?
What is the primary mechanism by which feline leukemia virus (FeLV) affects an infected cat's health?
What is the primary mechanism by which feline leukemia virus (FeLV) affects an infected cat's health?
Which of the following is a common symptom of parvovirus infection in dogs?
Which of the following is a common symptom of parvovirus infection in dogs?
What is a potential long-term complication of untreated feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
What is a potential long-term complication of untreated feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR)?
What is the primary route of transmission for feline leukemia virus (FeLV)?
What is the primary route of transmission for feline leukemia virus (FeLV)?
Which of the following is NOT a general technique used to give subcutaneous fluids to a cat?
Which of the following is NOT a general technique used to give subcutaneous fluids to a cat?
What is the most frequent disease for which subcutaneous fluids are given to cats?
What is the most frequent disease for which subcutaneous fluids are given to cats?
Why is it important to keep the pill tray and splitter clean and disinfected?
Why is it important to keep the pill tray and splitter clean and disinfected?
Flea larvae ingest the eggs of the roundworm to infect dogs and cats while grooming.
Flea larvae ingest the eggs of the roundworm to infect dogs and cats while grooming.
Most fleas have four life stages: egg, larva, ____, and adult.
Most fleas have four life stages: egg, larva, ____, and adult.
A common Heartworm preventative is:
A common Heartworm preventative is:
Roundworm can be transmitted to puppies from their mothers transplacentally.
Roundworm can be transmitted to puppies from their mothers transplacentally.
Which of the following ticks is responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs?
Which of the following ticks is responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs?
What is the name of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease?
What is the name of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease?
Maggie's dose of Metacam is 0.3mg/kg . 5mg/ml is the concentration of Metacam. Maggie's weight is 8lbs. How many mls will she need?
Maggie's dose of Metacam is 0.3mg/kg . 5mg/ml is the concentration of Metacam. Maggie's weight is 8lbs. How many mls will she need?
Name 3 veins that can be used to collect blood from a cat.
Name 3 veins that can be used to collect blood from a cat.
What does BAR stand for?
What does BAR stand for?
A medical chart records the dog’s BUA. What do these initials stand for?
A medical chart records the dog’s BUA. What do these initials stand for?
Leptospirosis is spread from animal to animal primarily through_________________
Leptospirosis is spread from animal to animal primarily through_________________
Heartworm disease is transmitted by a______________________
Heartworm disease is transmitted by a______________________
List 2 topical flea control products.
List 2 topical flea control products.
What is the normal average temperature of a dog?
What is the normal average temperature of a dog?
What is the normal average heart rate of a cat?
What is the normal average heart rate of a cat?
Name 4 parasites that you may diagnose from a fecal flotation. You may include worms and protozoa.
Name 4 parasites that you may diagnose from a fecal flotation. You may include worms and protozoa.
Name 3 veins that we can use to draw blood from a dog.
Name 3 veins that we can use to draw blood from a dog.
Mrs. Bean has come to your clinic to pick up her dog’s antibiotics. The vet has prescribed two 500 mg pills BID for 12 days. How many pills would you prepare for this client?
Mrs. Bean has come to your clinic to pick up her dog’s antibiotics. The vet has prescribed two 500 mg pills BID for 12 days. How many pills would you prepare for this client?
